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New NC Studio Expansion in Progress!
Native Citizen has long called Montrose home, and this fall marks an exciting new chapter. By October, our design studio will be tripling in size! Our current studio has always been loved for its eclectic and soulful style, and now we’re taking that spirit into a much larger space where we can showcase even more design inspiration. Stepping into Demolition Phase! What’s Coming with the Expansion We’re opening up two additional studio rooms behind our current setup. That means knocking down walls (yes, even studded ones!) to create new walkways and entries that flow seamlessly into our expanded showroom. To set the mood, the new walls will be painted in a deep peppercorn shade—perfect for creating moody, styled vignettes. With the added studio space, we’re bringing curated pieces from Four Hands—ranging from bold statement works to subtle, textured art that ties a room together. The expanded collection will allow us to showcase a wider variety of styles, giving our clients more inspiration and options to create meaningful, art-filled spaces. More to See and Explore With more space comes more room for standout pieces. You’ll see large furniture additions such as bed frames, kitchen islands, office desks, and expanded dining options. Our showroom will also highlight new statement lighting—including ceiling pendants, table lamps, and floor lamps—that bring warmth and character to any space. Take a peak at the new collection at Four Hands. We’re also introducing a new ladies’ powder room featuring a Four Hands vanity and mirrors, plus plenty of fresh inspiration for living rooms with new sofas, accent chairs, and coffee tables. Elegant wall panels will help divide the space and create unique moments throughout the studio. Finishing Touches No design is complete without the details. Our expansion will also include new accessories to browse like wallpapers, throw pillows, and more—perfect for adding layers of texture and personality to your home. And the excitement doesn’t stop there! We’re preparing an outdoor section for January 2026, so you’ll soon be able to browse outdoor furniture pieces styled right in our showroom. We can’t wait to welcome you into our expanded Native Citizen studio. What part of the expansion are you most excited to see? – The Native Citizen Team P.S. We design homes and businesses for active, everyday living. Visit our Montrose or Heights studios to meet with a Native Citizen interior designer—complimentary, always. We’ll help you create a space that’s beautiful, functional, and ready for real life. Ordering online? See our latest promotional sale.Working with us as a design client? We take care of it all—from in-home measurements to furniture placement, art, and décor installation with expert precision and care. You dream it, we install it when you sign up for the design passport at our studios. $250 off for every $1,000 purchase. Explore our home collection now.
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New Website Announcement for Native Citizen!
We’re thrilled to introduce a refreshed website experience designed to inspire luxury home design for everyday living. Explore thoughtfully defined collections and discover products in an entirely new way. Our website redesign makes shopping for home furniture and decor simpler and more enjoyable. Browse expanded categories that showcase the full depth of our collections, and take advantage of new shopping tools—filter by color, size, or dimensions, and sort by best-selling, featured, alphabetical, price, or date. We’re also continuing to rapidly expand on art, lighting, and more in the next few months. This update also reflects who we are at our core: a Houston-based business with over 20 years of experience in furniture retail and interior design, serving clients locally and nationwide. Visit our new About Us page and dedicated Design Services page to learn more about our story and what we offer. And don’t forget to check all our blogs, where we share Houston community highlights, client transformations, living inspiration, and design tips. You’ll also find creative new ways to experience our work—like an interactive “before and after” slider that shows the full impact of our design services. Plus, browse authentic customer reviews right on product pages to shop with confidence. We invite you to explore our new site and let us know your thoughts. We would love to hear from you! Warmly,—Native Citizen Team P.S. Be sure to sign up for Design Passport, our free email and text membership, for the inside scoop on product launches, upcoming sales, local perks, and community events.
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Event Spotlight- Talking Trash With Mobi Waste
Native Citizen recently had the pleasure of hosting an event that got everyone talking—about trash. But not in the way you might think. Mobi Waste, started when Lane, son of Stacy Richardson (founder) was asked to help build a mobile onsite, waterless device that reduces the volume of trash by up to 70%. Now, they are redefining what it means to manage waste. Stacy's son came up with the concept as a student—designing a patented, waterless system that breaks down trash to a fraction of its original size. We saw a bin holding a sliver of shredded plastic, when in fact, it was holding 60 water bottles! Beyond Waste Reduction – Creating a Circular Economy Mobi Waste doesn’t just shrink trash—it transforms it into opportunity. Partnering with schools, businesses, and artists, they’ve created a ripple effect of sustainability and creativity: Artists are using reduced waste in innovative, mixed-media art pieces. Schools can turn materials into school uniforms, and cafeteria food waste into compost. STEM & Entrepreneurship Academy gives students the tools to become leaders and transform discarded resources into new value streams that benefit their schools, communities, and the planet. Businesses benefit from lower trash pickup costs or by repurposing materials into new products. On the non-profit side, Mobi Waste Outreach brings educational programs to schools, inspiring the next generation to take action toward a greener future. The Mission – Give Back. Feed the Earth. Stop the Landfill. Mobi Waste’s philosophy is simple yet powerful:Give it back to the community.Feed the Earth through composting and resource reuse.Make the landfill the last stop for waste that can’t be repurposed. The impact is already being felt locally, with Mobi Waste empowering Women-Owned Waste Solutions (WOWS) in Houston and beyond. Their vision is to scale this model to communities across the country. Movers, Shakers, and Change-Makers Our Native Citizen Studio was buzzing with energy during the event. We welcomed school superintendents, local precinct leaders, bankers, oil and gas executives, and community advocates—all eager to explore how they could play a part in building a cleaner, more sustainable future. Get Involved Mobi Waste and Mobi Waste Outreach have set a fundraising goal of $125,000 to expand their reach, technology, and educational initiatives. Donate here to join the movement toward a zero-waste world.Learn more about Mobi Waste, Inc. or Mobi Waste Outreach and see how you can help transform trash into a valuable resource. Mobi Waste Inc., is an innovative woman owned company, focused on reducing overall volumes of food and related waste utilizing a mobile, onsite, waterless, waste reduction device. This patented high torque feed system condenses plastic, paper, Styrofoam, and packaging into consistent particles reducing solid waste 25% to 70%. We were excited to host Mobi Waste's event at our Native Citizen Montrose Studio as it aligns with our values, and we hope to partner for more events in the future. —Native Citizen Team P.S. Love the space you're seeing? We design homes and businesses for active, everyday living., Visit our Montrose or Heights studios to meet with a Native Citizen interior designer—complimentary, always. We’ll help you create a space that’s beautiful, functional, and ready for real life. Ordering online? See the latest promotional sale.Working with us as a design client? We take care of it all—from in-home measurements to furniture placement, art, and décor installation with expert precision and care. You dream it, we install it when you sign up for the design passport at our studios.
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Native Citizen Takes on Las Vegas Market
Fresh Finds. Future Favorites. If you’re unfamiliar with Market, it's not your typical trade show. The Las Vegas Market is one of the largest and most influential furniture and home design conventions in the U.S.—a major event where brands debut their latest collections, and designers from across the country gather to scout the season’s top trends. This event is only held twice a year, and this year, Native Citizen brought our entire design team to Las Vegas to experience the buzz firsthand. Our mission? To preview what’s coming next, especially from our favorite partners, Four Hands. As one of the largest distributors of Four Hands, we’ve built a longstanding relationship with this brand. Their furniture reflects many of the values we bring into our design services: timeless silhouettes, quality craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and everyday livability. It’s the kind of furniture made to grow with your family—and stand up to even the furriest members of the household. We’re thrilled about what’s coming this season. You’ll likely spot some of these pieces on our studio floor this fall, especially as we continue expanding our studio space to bring even more inspiring setups and product showcases to life. Some of our standout favorites? Sculptural Dining Tables that feel both grounded and refined Versatile Accent Chairs with beautiful mixed textures Statement Light Pendants that elevate even the simplest spaces Thoughtfully Designed Desks—perfect for creating an inspiring home workspace (finally, we’re bringing in more!) New Bed Frames—which we’ve never carried on our floor before. We’re especially excited to finally showcase these in-studio for our clients to experience in person. Elegant Vanities that blend functionality with design-forward details Striking Kitchen Islands that become the heart of the home while offering extra style and storage What stood out most was Four Hands’ ability to deliver fresh, elevated designs at approachable price points—all without sacrificing the consistent quality we’ve come to expect from them. We’re already dreaming up ways to incorporate these into future projects—and maybe your home too. What do you think of the collection? — The Native Citizen Team Love the home inspiration you're seeing? We design homes and businesses for active, everyday living. Visit our Montrose or Heights studios to meet with a Native Citizen interior designer—complimentary, always. We’ll help you create a space that’s beautiful, functional, and ready for real life. Ordering online? See our latest promotional sale.Working with us as a design client? We take care of it all—from in-home measurements to furniture placement, art, and décor installation with expert precision and care. You dream it, we install it when you sign up for the design passport at our studios. $250 off for every $1,000 purchase. Explore our home collection now.
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The Houston Plug Event: Gathered with Purpose at Native Citizen Home
This event has become a staple on our calendar — not just for the incredible people it draws in, but for the intention behind every interaction. Shawnte has a way of turning a casual gathering into something deeper.
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